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Avatar for NC Deck & Railing Company LLC
NC Deck & Railing Company LLC
4.8(
23
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Corey and his crew did an amazing job and exceeded our expectations. Corey is extremely knowledgeable and we trusted his judgment and recommendations. NC Deck & Railing went above and beyond even adding a last minute request by us to build a gate at the top of our stairs. We highly recommend them."
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+167

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ragsdale Home Services
4.7(
39
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew went above and beyond what we expected! The work looks amazing. Forrest responded quickly to all of our questions and worked around our busy schedule to get the job done quick. Amazing work."
Decks and Porches Project
Decks and Porches Project
Composite Deck with Wheelchair Ramp
Screened-Porch with Custom Bronze Metal Fabrication
Complete Modern Kitchen Remodel

+79

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
J & C Siding & Exteriors
5.0(
25
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Deck or Porch - Repair

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Oswaldo and Henry were absolutely wonderful! They did what they promised to do and were on time. I had a new ramp and stairs built on my shed, a repair to my shed and a beautiful new door built for my crawl space on my house. Kind, considerate, professional guys. I highly recommend them. I highly recommend J&C Siding & Exterior."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Fords Siding and Remodeling Company, Inc.
Fords Siding and Remodeling Company, Inc.
4.8(
93
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Closet - Build

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was incredibly helpful in both the planning and building phase. He communicated very clearly expectations and kept me posted when something changed (as something always changes). Will recommend to others and already speaking to about other projects!"
 Lead labeling
 Rotten wallboard
 Starting project
Tile Design
 Tyvek sealing

+40

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cransten Handyman and Remodeling
4.7(
344
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallCloset - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called Cransten because they were authorized installers of an Auxx lift system. Alexei Newenham came out and did the work of relocating my existing attic access folding ladder, cutting and blocking a new hole, and installing the Auxx lift. Alexei was great, and I highly recommend him. His work is good, he is personable, and he is skilled at the rough framing, trim carpentry, plastering and painting, and complex lift install. He is the first one I’ll call when I want more work done."
Garage Cabinet Assembly
Bathroom Shower Tile
Fencing Job
Fencing Job 2
Kitchen Remodel

+12

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
113 neighbors recently requested a quote
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I Paint Houses LLC
4.6(
49
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Exterior Shutters - Repair or Restore

Serving Colfax, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam did a good job and i would recommend him to a neighbor. Sam and crew were helpful and responsive to our needs and schedule. They also finished the job on schedule."
Response time4 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carpentry questions, answered by experts

Yes, you will need a jack for a rim joist replacement. To prevent sagging and facilitate the removal of load-bearing wood, you’ll need to relieve the pressure from this joint before beginning work. 

Due to hydraulics and other specialized equipment, a sill plate and rim joist replacement are not typically a DIY project. Hiring a professional structural engineer and experienced contractors is the best approach to replacing rotted sill plates and rim joists.

Learning how to frame a house includes picking the right lumber for the job. Most people will want to pick pine, spruce, or fir for the framing. These types of lumber are affordable and produce sturdy framing for structures. Look for kiln-dried lumber to reduce the risk of shrinkage or insect damage after installation. As part of what’s included in framing a house when you hire a professional, the contractor should order the lumber, so you don’t have to worry about finding the right lumber.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Installing an ornamental or decorative porch column takes around three to five hours. Structural columns take longer because your pro has to install a jack to hold up the roof while switching the column out. If there's any structural damage, it can add several days to the timeline to repair the damage.

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

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